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How Graham Potter led Sweden to the World Cup: ‘It was the best night of my career’

INTERVIEW: Graham Potter spent four months meticulously planning for two play-off games, he tells Lawrence Ostlere. Now the Sweden manager is taking his adopted country into the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

The hidden cost of the most expensive World Cup ever

The FIFA 2026 World Cup is set to begin soon. However, the tournament is facing significant controversy. Ticket prices have reached unprecedented levels. Host cities are concerned about covering costs. FIFA is expected to earn billions, while cities rely on tourist spending to recoup expenses. This financial model raises questions…

The Economic Times

Inside the world of Gianni Infantino: ‘The ass-kissing of Trump got us nowhere’

WORLD CUP 2026: The Fifa president’s ‘fawning and adoration’ has also been described as careful ‘management’ of the unpredictable Trump ahead of this World Cup, reports Miguel Delaney. But at what cost, and will it even matter?

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World Cup 2026 – Group I guide: Favourites France, dark horses Norway and dangerous Senegal... is this our group of death?

Can a 48-team World Cup where 32 teams advance really have a group of death? Well, if it does, then this is surely it

The Independent UK

Why some of the most dedicated World Cup fans are skipping this year’s tournament

The World Cup is set to get underway next week, but some hardcore fans won’t be attending this year’s tournament

The Independent UK

Every new FIFA rule at the 2026 World Cup: Goalkeeper timeout ban, five-second countdowns and VAR offsides – what's changed

World Cup 2026 will see the first competitive applications of some new rules targeting time-wasting and expanding the role of VAR

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World Cup 2026 – Group H guide: Favourites Spain take on Uruguay as Cape Verde fairytale begins

European champions Spain head to North America as favourites as they look to win a second World Cup

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Fifa announce major changes to be implemented before every World Cup match

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The Independent UK

India seek sixth SAFF Women's Championships title in summit clash against Bangladesh

India is set to face Bangladesh in the SAFF Women's Championships final. The Indian team is the favorite, aiming for a record sixth title. They have an unbeaten run and a strong goal record. India previously defeated Bangladesh in the group stage. The team seeks to reclaim the title after…

The Economic Times

Africa's finest: Egypt look to heal a century of hurt

Egypt enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's fourth best side in the Fifa rankings. In the fifth of a nine-part series on African squads at the tournament, RFI looks at a nation making its fourth appearance in nearly 100 years.

Radio France Internationale

Why each team’s entire squad will sing national anthems at World Cup 2026

The World Cup 2026 will see new visuals before kick-off with Fifa changing the format of the pre-match ceremony to include non-starters

The Independent UK

FIFA Wants Money Back From Fans Who Got Free World Cup Tickets: What Went Wrong?

FIFA is requiring fans to pay for World Cup 2026 tickets mistakenly issued for free due to a payment glitch, with a seven-day deadline to avoid losing their seats.

International Business Times UK

How a 1997 Simpsons Joke Became a Viral FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Theory

A 1997 Simpsons clip resurfaces online, fueling claims it predicted the FIFA World Cup 2026 final despite fact-checkers rejecting the theory

International Business Times UK

Netflix Unveils 'FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition' Game Ahead of Global Kickoff

Netflix has unveiled its new FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition game which is the accompanying app for the upcoming global tournament.

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The dark side of the 2026 World Cup: Record-breaking emissions and thousands of flights

A report warns that the tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico could produce twice the emissions of previous editions.

The Guardian - US

LA-area stadium workers to vote on strike a week before World Cup begins

Workers say they deserve a greater share of the windfall and want protection from ICE and invasive data collection

The Conversation

AI at the World Cup: smarter tactics, healthy players, safer crowds – but new risks

With 48 teams and 104 games across 16 host cities and three countries (the United States, Canada and Mexico), this year’s FIFA World Cup is projected to be the biggest sporting event ever in terms of attendance, revenue and global viewership.

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Kingdom eye positive start against Kuwait

Thailand will face Kuwait in a friendly match at BG Stadium on Friday.

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World Cup 2026 – Group F guide: Netherlands face tough test with Japan, Sweden and Tunisia

The Dutch look to have a strong defence and midfield but will that be enough to top a tricky group?

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group D guide: Hosts USA face Turkey, Australia and Paraguay in open group

Mauricio Pochettino leads the co-hosts United States this summer in an intriguing group alongside Turkey, Australia and Paraguay

The Economic Times

FIFA Group guide: A look at the contenderss in each cluster

Brazil eyes redemption in Group C, seeking their first World Cup since 2002, while Morocco aims to build on their historic fourth-place finish. Haiti makes a rare appearance after 1974, and Scotland returns after a long absence. Group D features the USA, Turkey, Australia, and Paraguay, all vying for advancement…

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How the 1994 FIFA World Cup put the United States on track to host all over again in 2026

The 1994 FIFA World Cup changed American soccer forever

Sports Illustrated

Every 2026 World Cup Match in Los Angeles: Dates, Kickoff Times

It’s co-host heavy in one of the most populous cities hosting World Cup games.

The Economic Times

FIFA unveils Netflix World Cup game timed for 2026 tournament kickoff

Football fever hits Netflix! FIFA is thrilled to announce the release of FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, set to drop in tandem with the 2026 World Cup kickoff. This new addition to Netflix Games is available for subscribers at no extra charge, designed to amplify fan interaction.

The Independent UK

Scotland captain Caroline Weir says Fifa and Uefa should answer Israel questions ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Scotland are due to play Israel twice in World Cup qualifiers

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